Tinkering plus 1 in Jena: Creative Holiday Fun for Little Discoverers
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Tinkering, discovering, and marveling together at the Ernst-Abbe-Library
At the workshop of the Ernst-Abbe-Library Jena, the autumn holiday day becomes a creative family experience: Tinkering plus 1 invites construction sets, Kapla blocks, marble runs, wooden trains, and magnet building sets to build, experiment, and think further. Children aged five and above and adults up to 99 years will experience a child-friendly learning experience filled with laughter, curiosity, and shared time on Tuesday, October 20, 2026, from 4:00 to 6:00 PM.
Free building meets exciting discoveries
Here, own ideas are created with hands: Young builders construct paths, towers, vehicles, or imaginative movement tracks. The open concept provides space for independent experimentation and simultaneously strengthens fine motor skills, spatial thinking, concentration, and problem-solving abilities.
The special plus 1 during the autumn holidays
In addition to free tinkering, a changing extra awaits families. Previous events included learning robots, folding books, microscopy, upcycled notebooks, windmills, boomerangs, and creative writing offerings. For the event on October 20, 2026, the holiday format is designated as Tinkering plus 1 - Holiday Special.
Age-appropriate and open for families
According to the organizer, the offering is aimed at people aged five and above and combines fun learning with creative play. Children discover materials and technical connections at their own pace while adults build together with them, ask questions, and develop new ideas. This creates a valuable connection of family time, development, and communal learning.
Safe environment in the workshop
The event takes place in the workshop on level 0 of the Ernst-Abbe-Library. The manageable environment supports a focused and child-friendly atmosphere. Parents and accompanying persons experience the activities together with the children and can attentively accompany their discoveries.
Conclusion: An afternoon full of ideas
Tinkering plus 1 at the EAB connects creative designing, technical curiosity, and a communal family experience. Those who enjoy building, experimenting, and discovering will find an inspiring holiday afternoon filled with fun learning and many opportunities for their own experimentation. Save the date and experience the workshop live.
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